ESTABLISHED 1997
United Associations of
Chinese Alumni
大休斯顿地区中国联合校友会 · Greater Houston Area
Virtue and learning, toward the highest good · Self-reliance and innovation, unity of knowledge and action
A non-profit, non-political community organization founded in 1997. UACA brings together the Houston alumni associations of leading Chinese universities and the Chinese student and scholar associations of local US universities — today a family of 57 member associations and nearly 10,000 alumni.
Who we are
联合校友会简介
Founded in 1997, the United Associations of Chinese Alumni in Greater Houston is a non-profit, non-political community organization devoted to fellowship among Chinese alumni in the region. Its members are the overseas alumni associations of leading Chinese universities and the Chinese student and scholar associations of local US universities. UACA is a partnership of equals — not a parent body over its members.
Our mission: to serve international students and alumni in the region, building friendship, cooperation and shared growth; to take an active part in community service and public-interest work in the Chinese community; and to carry forward the best of Chinese culture while advancing US–China exchange in culture, science, technology and education.
- 1997founded
- 57member associations
- ~10,000alumni
Our three roles
A bridge between associationsConnecting associations and sharing resources.
Support for smaller associationsHelping smaller groups run events and grow.
A link to the wider communityWorking with other community organizations to deliver real help to alumni.
Leadership & bylaws
组织与章程
Board
The 2026 Board
Led by President Jiang Yue with an executive vice president, 5 vice presidents, 9 executive committee members, a secretary general, treasurer and legal counsel — alongside 15 honorary presidents and the presidents of every member association.
See the full boardBylaws
UACA Bylaws
UACA is a non-political, non-profit, non-religious federation. Its 12 articles set out the board, elections, how associations join or leave, and the annual meeting.
Read the bylawsWhat we're working on
我们今后的工作方向
Current students
Career forums and recruiting
Career forums and connections with employers recruiting in students' fields.
Working alumni
Professional exchange and talks
Industry-focused exchanges and lectures that build a strong Chinese professional network.
Alumni families
Scholarships for alumni children
A scholarship fund awarding outstanding children of alumni every year.
Everyone
Food, outings and sports
Cooking contests, outings, table tennis and badminton, and the annual fall barbecue.
A letter from the president
2026 年度会长致辞
Dear alumni and friends,
On a summer morning, sunlight filters through the trees and a gentle breeze carries the scent of grass. In this season of hope, we joyfully welcome you to the 2026 Annual Gala of the United Associations of Chinese Alumni in Greater Houston. Thank you, sincerely, for being here.
Thank you for making time in your busy lives, and for your continued support of UACA. Looking back, the past year was full of activity.
In 2025 we hosted a pickleball tournament with 24 teams and 96 players; co-hosted a health lecture with the Shandong Association that drew more than 300 people; and organized a fun run with 120 participants.
Last fall, more than 300 of us gathered for the outdoor barbecue — home-style food and plenty of laughter reminded us of the warmth of being together. At the 2025 gala, our healthcare, technology, new energy and IT receptions brought leaders from many fields together, and the dinner made everyone feel at home.
Founded in 1997, UACA has now come through 28 years and counts more than fifty member associations and nearly 10,000 alumni. We remain committed to serving alumni, giving back to the community and building a platform for connection. Going forward, we will keep working with partners across culture, technology and education to serve our alumni and pass this warmth on.
Dear friends, may your path be bright and your wishes come true. May tonight leave you with warm and lasting memories.
Thank you again for joining us. Let us walk forward together toward an even brighter future!
Jiang Yue, President
United Associations of Chinese Alumni in Greater Houston
September 13, 2026
Translated from the Chinese original.
57 member associations
成员校友会
UACA brings together the Houston alumni associations of leading Chinese universities and the Chinese student and scholar associations of local US universities — nearly 10,000 alumni in all. No association for your school yet? Join the UACA Direct Member Branch.
Find your association- Texas A&M University CSSA
- University of Houston FACSS
- Houston Community College CSSA
- Xiangya Overseas Alumni Association
- China Overseas Petroleum Alumni
- UTHealth Houston CSSA
- Rice University CSSC
- Houston Beida (PKU) Alumni Association
- Sun Yat-sen University Alumni Association
- Greater Houston Tsinghua Alumni Association
- USTC Alumni Association of Houston
- HUST Alumni Association of Greater Houston
- All 57
All events
全部活动
Registration open Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 9:00 AM · Pickleball Village, Katy
2026 Y&K Cup Pickleball Tournament
Co-hosted by UACA and the Shandong Association of Southern USA. Competitive, Alumni and Hometown divisions; teams of 2 men and 2 women. Final spots — confirmed on payment.
Held · Sunday, September 13, 2026｜11810 Bellaire Blvd, Ste A, Houston, TX 77072
2026 UACA Annual Gala
Afternoon public lectures (medicine, finance, health, home repair, AI, everyday living), then an awards dinner: 12 student scholarships and 28 Community Outstanding Awards.
Gala detailsSponsors
感谢侨商各界的支持
Our galas, public lectures and events are made possible by local businesses. 23 sponsors across real estate, lending, insurance, law, visas, education, dining and more — 8 have sponsored two years running.
Houston guide
初到休斯顿？从这里开始
Membership
Find your school in the member directory. If there is no association for your school, you are welcome to join the UACA Direct Member Branch.
Start or add an association
New associations join with the approval of more than half of the Board. Email us the association's name, president and size.
Sponsorship & partnership
Sponsor the annual gala, alumni handbook or public lectures, or partner with us on events.
Update your listing
When your association elects new leaders or changes details, email the secretariat to update the directory.